2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 840 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |